GCC states have achieved advanced IMD World Competitiveness global rankings across key indicators including - economic performance, government efficiency, business competitiveness and infrastructure - underscoring the impact of reforms aimed at boosting growth and attracting investment.
Amin Nasser, Aramco President and CEO, has called for closer coordination among governments, energy suppliers and customers to strengthen global energy resilience and better withstand geopolitical disruptions.
At least 65 people were killed and over 2,300 arrested during two weeks of anti-government protests that have rocked Iran, said media reports citing a human rights group. The demonstrations have spread to at least 100 cities across Iran’s 31 provinces, in a wave of nationwide unrest over crippling economic conditions.